"Large Hookah (narguile) Base In Bidri - India, Possibly Deccan, 18th-19th Century"
Large hookah base in bidri - India, possibly Deccan, 18th-19th century Bidri is an Indian damascene technique that consists of damascene silver on a copper and zinc alloy. The silver damascene of floral elements is very well preserved. This example is relatively large compared to those generally encountered. Some small losses of silver, A small hole on one face and slight depression. Height 19cm Diameter 22cm 
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